According to a post by SmartAsset, after adults turn 65, they have a 70% chance of needing long-term care at some point. Bathing, showering, dressing, and continence are examples of day-to-day activities they’ll likely need help with.
If you have an older loved one in Raleigh, NC, who fits the bill, there’s no better time than now to talk to them about assisted living.
But what exactly are the senior care benefits an assisted living community provides? What roles do they play in enhancing senior well-being?
Our team at TerraBella Northridge explores the answers to those questions in this guide, so please read on.
Provides Tailored Personal Care and Support
Personal care and supportive services are among the primary assisted living perks you can expect from a reputable senior living community. Depending on your or your older loved one’s needs, you can count on the care team to assist with activities like:
- Personal care and hygiene
- Showering or bathing
- Dressing and choosing appropriate clothes
- Eating
At TerraBella Northridge, our compassionate and skilled assisted living care staff are available 24/7. So, rest assured that someone will always be available to extend a helping hand whenever you or your loved one needs it.
Makes Life Easier With Maintenance-Free Living
Another of the top residential senior care advantages assisted living provides is a maintenance-free lifestyle. For example, here at TerraBella Northridge, our residents no longer have to worry about:
- Housekeeping
- Laundry and linen
- Home maintenance
Our community’s trustworthy staff members handle the above chores for our residents. We provide weekly housekeeping, laundry, and linen services and professional maintenance to ensure apartment safety and habitability.
On the other hand, if you or your senior loved one were to remain at home, you’d have to worry about home upkeep and maintenance. And the cost to do so is expensive; per a CNN article, homeownership now costs a yearly average of $18,118.
Develops Programs for Better Health and Wellness
As people get on in their years, their bodies don’t always agree. Instead, they may experience unwanted age-related changes. According to the American Psychological Association (APA), these include physical, cognitive, and mental health woes, such as:
- Increased risk for chronic conditions, including diabetes, heart disease, and stroke
- Vision and hearing impairment
- Decreased mobility
- Reduced problem-solving abilities
- Decline in memory
- Depression, anxiety, and dementia
- Slower reaction times
The good news is that engaging and stimulating activities can help combat many of those problems.
Physical activities are a perfect example. As the U.S. CDC points out, staying physically active can help seniors lower their risks of developing many conditions, from dementia to depression and type 2 diabetes.
Our assisted living community in Raleigh, NC, understands the crucial roles such activities play in improving senior lifestyle, health, and well-being, which is why we offer Dimensions wellness programs. Some examples of engaging senior activities and events we have here are:
- Yoga classes
- Specialized fitness courses
- Personalized training
- Morning stretches and workouts
- Afternoon strolls
- Outdoor adventures
- Dance classes
With our robust, senior-centered activities and events calendar, there will always be something interesting for everyone.
Offers Many Opportunities for Socialization
Retirement and living alone can put older adults at risk of boredom, social isolation, and loneliness. Over time, these states of mind can result in more severe health problems in older adults. For example, per WebMD, social isolation can make them feel more stressed while also raising their dementia risk by 40%.
For those reasons, our caring and compassionate staff at TerraBella Northridge do their best to encourage our residents to stay social. Many of our daily activities and events also offer fun and engaging socialization opportunities, including the following:
- Card, board, and brain games
- Gardening club
- Arts and crafts
- Bingo
- Bowling
- Live music performances
- Happy hour
Once you or your loved one joins our community, you’ll also enjoy organized outings and excursions. You’ll visit local attractions, shop, or eat at local restaurants with your fellow residents.
Provides Access to Scenic, Health-Boosting Green Spaces
Being outdoors in green spaces can do wonders for your body and mind. For instance, according to the American Heart Association, spending time in nature can benefit you by:
- Helping combat depression and anxiety
- Helping restore mental abilities
- Improving problem-solving skills
- Calming your nerves
Plus, green spaces encourage physical activity and make exercising more fun, thanks to their scenic views.
TerraBella Northridge offers quick and easy access to beautiful green spaces. We take pride in our well-maintained garden, private courtyard, and scenic walking paths, all of which are part of our exceptional community amenities. You’ll also love the beautiful trees enveloping the community on all sides.
Makes Life Complete by Welcoming Pets
You’ll also be happy to know that TerraBella Northridge is a pet-friendly community. We know that for many people, pets are family members. So, if you or your loved one has a furry family member or plans to get one, just let us know, and we’ll welcome them, too!
Serves Nutritious and Delicious Chef-Prepared Meals
Daily meal provision is another way an assisted living community makes life maintenance-free for residents. At TerraBella Northridge, our talented culinary team prepares three full meals daily (plus snacks!). We carefully plan each dish to ensure they’re nutritious, well-balanced, and delicious.
Our dining team also presents and serves each meal in our community’s restaurant-style dining room. Here, residents can enjoy breaking bread with their fellow residents, giving them more opportunities to interact, connect, and form social bonds. An attentive table service staff is also present throughout each meal, ready to assist and converse with our residents.
Visit Our Raleigh Assisted Living Community Today
From 24/7 tailored care and support to maintenance-free living, socialization opportunities, and nutritious meals, these are just some of the top perks of assisted living.
So, if you or your older loved one is ready to explore those benefits, please don’t hesitate to drop by TerraBella Northridge in Raleigh, NC. We look forward to giving you (and your pet!) a tour of our warm, welcoming, and beautiful senior living community.
Call us today, and we’ll happily schedule your visit so you can explore and discover the lifestyle-boosting amenities and services our community is proud to provide.
